Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Determine job requirements

1.1

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

1.2

Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

1.3

Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions

2

Apply principles of WHS to cleaning activities

2.1

Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) based on information in relevant safety data sheet (SDS)

2.2

Identify hazards associated with cleaning equipment and media

2.3

Follow emergency response procedures

3

Select and prepare appropriate methods, equipment and solutions

3.1

Select cleaning methods, processes and equipment according to type and size of mechanisms, components and cases

3.2

Select cleaning solutions appropriate to component, finish, surface coating and material

3.3

Decant, mix and prepare solutions for use

3.4

Dispose of chemicals according to manufacturer guidelines, legislation and regulations

4

Prepare parts and components for cleaning

4.1

Dismantle watch or clock and component parts to optimise cleaning

4.2

Pre-clean components, as required, for inspection

4.3

Arrange components during machine cleaning to prevent damage

4.4

Arrange and sequence parts and components for cleaning to assist subsequent identification, reassembly and to optimise cleaning

5

Perform cleaning operations

5.1

Set up and operate cleaning equipment using correct and safe work practices

5.2

Monitor and control exposure of components to solutions during cleaning process

5.3

Remove residues, dry and handle cleaned components, as appropriate

5.4

Arrange storage of cleaned components to maintain finish and cleanliness

6

Assess outcomes of cleaning process

6.1

Verify condition of cleaned components and identify remaining residues and contaminants, damage to surface coatings and other component damage

6.2

Account for all components

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

PPE includes one (1) or more of the following:

protective masks

gloves for handling chemicals

fire blankets and extinguishers

ventilation of cleaning area

clothing (dustcoats and aprons)

Emergency response procedures include one (1) or more of the following:

safe selection and use of fire extinguishers

use of safety blankets and other methods of suppressing solvent-based fires

emergency treatment of eye splashes and chemical burns

emergency treatment of chemical inhalation and absorption

Cleaning methods, processes and equipment include one (1) or more of the following:

rotational mechanical processes

vibrational mechanical processes

electronic (ultrasonic)

steam cleaning

cleaning machines

cleaning baskets

hand cleaning

Cleaning solutions include one (1) or more of the following:

number 1 degreasing and cleaning solution (WF1)

customised solutions

ammonia

oleic acid

acetone

water-based solutions

commercial grade ammonia concentrates

rinsing solutions

hydrocarbon solvents